Panasonic DMC-F5 User Manual
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Usage cautions and notes
When in use
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Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault.
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Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
• If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may
be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
• Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely
affecting the pictures and/or sound.
• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic
fields created by speakers or large motors.
• Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect
this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
• If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning
properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (supplied).
Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.
Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/
or sound may be adversely affected.
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Do not extend the supplied cord or cable.
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Do not allow camera to come into contact with pesticides or volatile substances (can
cause surface damage or coating to peel).
cause surface damage or coating to peel).
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Never leave the camera and the battery in a car or on a car hood in the summer.
It may cause leakage of the battery electrolyte, a generation of heat, and may cause a
fire and the battery to burst due to the high temperature.
It may cause leakage of the battery electrolyte, a generation of heat, and may cause a
fire and the battery to burst due to the high temperature.
Caring for your camera
To clean your camera, remove the battery or disconnect the power plug from the outlet,
and wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
and wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
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Use a damp cloth to remove stubborn stains, before wiping again with a dry cloth.
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Do not use benzine, thinners, alcohol, or kitchen detergent, as these may damage the
outer casing and finish of the camera.
outer casing and finish of the camera.
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If using a chemically-treated cloth, read the supplied instructions carefully.
When not using for a while
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Turn off the camera before removing battery and card (ensure that battery is removed
to prevent damage through over-discharge).
to prevent damage through over-discharge).
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Do not leave in contact with rubber or plastic bags.
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Store together with a drying agent (silica gel) if leaving in drawer, etc. Store batteries in
cool (15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F)) places with low humidity (40%RH to 60%RH) and
no major temperature changes.
cool (15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F)) places with low humidity (40%RH to 60%RH) and
no major temperature changes.
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Charge battery once per year and use completely before storing again.